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From: eac@drux3.UUCP
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Subject: Regional Differences
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Date: Fri, 23-Mar-84 09:41:19 EST
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Posted: Fri Mar 23 09:41:19 1984
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I grew up in Pittsburgh hearing both terms pop and soda.  When I moved
to California, not too many people new what I was talking about when
I asked for a pop.  I always thought a milk shake had ice cream in it.
I'll keep this in mind the next time I order one in the north east.
What about the term soft drink?  Is this a generic term for carbonated
beverages?  It doesn't seem to have any regional differences.

I have also noticed many distinct differences in bar drinks in various
parts of the country.  If you order a Black Russian in Denver you get
a drink that is 2/3 Kahlua and 1/3 vodka.  I ordered a Black Russian
in Stamford, CT and got a glass of vodka with a spot of Kahlua in it.  Yech.

A friend of mine ordered a Margarita in Philadelphia and got sweet and sour
mix with tequila in it and no salt!  At least they omitted the cherry!

A word to the wise traveler -- never assume.

While I've opened the subject of Margaritas, try substituting blue curacao
for the triple sec.  The result is a blue Margarita which is served in
a lot of restaurants in Denver.  I think the best Margaritas have some
kind of liqueur in them and fresh lime juice.  This usually means you
can omit sugar.  I like Margaritas on the tart side anyway.
                         
                         Betsy Cvetic
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                         303-538-3406